Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
succubus
noun
/ˈsʌkjʊbəs/
Definition
A succubus is a female demon believed to appear in dreams and engage in sexual activity with men.
Examples
- In folklore, a succubus would visit men at night, often leading to their demise.
- The character in the horror story was portrayed as a succubus, enchanting yet lethal.
Meaning
The term is often used to describe a woman who seduces men in a way that is considered both alluring and dangerous.
Synonyms
- demon
- seductress
- vampire
